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Round Lake Today
By the People, for the People
Precautionary Boil Order Lifted for Most Round Lake Beach Residents After Car Crash
A car crashed into a fire hydrant, causing a 16-inch water main break and street flooding.
Mar. 15, 2026 at 2:48pm
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A precautionary boil order for a large part of Round Lake Beach has been lifted after a car crashed into a fire hydrant, causing a 16-inch water main line to break and the street to flood Friday evening. The Round Lake Beach Police Department and Greater Round Lake Fire Protection District responded to the incident, which involved a blue Chevrolet Camaro that swerved off the road and hit the fire hydrant in the 200 block of North Channel Drive. The force of the crash resulted in the fire hydrant dislodging and causing a large break in the 16-inch water main, leading to a rapid loss of water pressure in the area.
Why it matters
Water main breaks can cause significant disruptions to a community, leading to temporary water outages, flooding, and potential contamination issues. This incident highlights the importance of infrastructure maintenance and the need for drivers to exercise caution on the roads, especially in residential areas.
The details
The water main break flooded part of North Channel Drive and affected at least two nearby homes, though the extent of the water damage is unclear. The Round Lake Beach Public Works Department responded quickly, isolating the break and restoring water pressure by 7 p.m. However, due to the pressure loss, the village issued a precautionary boil order for affected residents as a safety measure.
- The incident occurred around 5:20 p.m. on Friday, March 15, 2026.
- Public works crews isolated the water main break at 6:38 p.m. and restored normal system pressure by 7 p.m. the same day.
- The precautionary boil order was lifted for most Round Lake Beach residents late on Saturday, March 16, 2026.
The players
Round Lake Beach Police Department
The local law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and is investigating the car crash.
Greater Round Lake Fire Protection District
The local fire department that responded to the incident and assisted with the emergency response.
Round Lake Beach Public Works Department
The municipal department responsible for maintaining the village's infrastructure, including the water distribution system.
Village of Round Lake Beach
The local government that issued the precautionary boil order and communicated updates to residents.
What they’re saying
“The force of the crash resulted in the fire hydrant to dislodge, causing a large break in the 16" water main.”
— Village Officials
“That water main functions as one of the main feeder lines within the Village of Round Lake Beach.”
— Village Officials
What’s next
Charges may be filed against the driver of the Chevrolet Camaro as the crash remains under investigation by the Round Lake Beach Police Department.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of infrastructure maintenance and the need for drivers to exercise caution, especially in residential areas, to prevent costly and disruptive water main breaks that can impact an entire community.
